Mets starting pitcher Zack Wheeler labored through four-plus innings of work in a 12-7 win over the Yankees Tuesday.
Even though Wheeler got plenty of help early in the start, he never settled in. He was tagged for five runs on seven hits and six walks in 4 1/3 innings of work, while striking out just two batters. He threw just 64 of his career-high 118 pitches for strikes while settling for a no-decision.
Wheeler has had a bit of a tough time in his first full season, and now has a 4.53 ERA and 1-3 record through eight starts. He will try to get on track in his next outing, set for Sunday in Washington.